“Confident” just misses the mark
By Malory Smith | October 27, 2015After a successful stint in rehab several years ago and the weight loss that followed, Demi Lovato has every reason to be proud of herself.
After a successful stint in rehab several years ago and the weight loss that followed, Demi Lovato has every reason to be proud of herself.
In its second episode of the season, “Fargo” settled into a much slower pace. After the slow burn of the first hour, one of the biggest moments in the show so far arises in the final half hour, a scene viewers have been anticipating since the series began.
But could this be the actor’s year? DiCaprio stars in Alejandro Inarritu’s new movie “The Revenant,” which debuts Christmas Day and is based on the 2002 novel of the same name by Michael Punke.
K.R.I.T. wonders out loud whether he is wasting time trying to change the opinions of people who indulge in materialistic, unsubstantive art as he himself slips into that same enterprise.
BØRNS’ album “Dopamine,” released last Friday, more than delivers on the lyrical romance frontman Garrett Borns promised and is no less delectable than his debut EP, “Candy.”
For the most part, “Revival” is catchy and formulaic, but also lackluster and a little too forgettable. Perhaps this is due to the album’s electronic and synth-driven production, which creates a curious amalgamation reminiscent of past top twenties hits.
“V” is typical Wavves with a catch. While their songs once showed a devil-may-care, nonchalant attitude, there is now subtle desperation.
Always known for his intense delivery and narrative-driven storytelling, Rock delivers with “90059.”
Unlike Avicii’s previous album, "Stories" seems to rely on the same europop beats and big-name features that fans have grown used to, sandwiched between a few solid anthems that keep the album afloat.
“Woodlawn” is certainly not perfect, yet it redeems itself with a message more insightful than obnoxious.
“Fed Up” most certainly lends itself to fervent dialogue. The film seeks to rid its viewers of common misconceptions about childhood obesity in America, to make clear the dangers of processed foods and to explain the societal forces behind what it calls an “obesity epidemic.”
It feels like the previous Steve Jobs drama, “Jobs,” came out just yesterday. However, the recent adaptation of Walter Isaacson’s biography of the former Apple leader from director Danny Boyle and screenwriter Aaron Sorkin is real deal and demands to be seen.
Lady Lamb, the performing alias of indie-rocker Aly Spaltro, will be kicking off the latest leg of her Fall tour in Charlottesville.
Entering the sparse auditorium of Old Cabell Hall last Friday, the audience did not know what to expect. A grand piano, a tangled bundle of electrical cords, a laptop and a projector decorated the stage.
In terms of sound and lyrical depth, “The Documentary 2” and “The Documentary 2.5” are very different albums but to treat them as separate entities would be to diminish the power of both.
While watching a foreign film can seem daunting at first, viewers are truly missing out on another level of cinematic experience by limiting themselves to Hollywood byproducts.
Whenever going to a concert for a band who hasn’t had a hit song in the last 15 years, one can’t help but wondering if it will be worth it.
This year the Virginia Film Festival has over one hundred films on their schedule, including early Oscar-buzz films “Carol” and “Brooklyn,” as well as smaller lesser-known documentaries and international titles.
Each week, Arts & Entertainment staff members compile a list of their current favorite tracks hoping to help readers find their new go-to jam.
British indie rock band The Struts performed at The Southern in Charlottesville last night, with The Karma Killers opening. The Cavalier Daily had the opportunity to speak to frontman Luke Spiller in advance of the Charlottesville concert.